ACTIVATE
Begin with damp skin. The gel emulsifies on contact with water and transforms into a soft, low-foaming lather.
Commiphora Face Cleanser
AHA + BHA Treatment Cleanser with 6% Niacinamide & Silk Amino Acids
Benefits
Clarifies pores and helps reduce visible congestion
Refines uneven texture and the appearance of enlarged pores
Helps balance excess oil and uneven-looking tone
Maintains hydration and comfort during exfoliation
Refines uneven texture and the appearance of enlarged pores
Helps balance excess oil and uneven-looking tone
Maintains hydration and comfort during exfoliation
Suitable For
Combination and oily skin
Congested and blemish-prone skin
Enlarged pores and uneven texture
Dull, imbalanced or excess-oil-prone skin
Congested and blemish-prone skin
Enlarged pores and uneven texture
Dull, imbalanced or excess-oil-prone skin
Key Features
AHA + BHA multi-acid exfoliating complex
6% Niacinamide
Silk Amino Acids + Allantoin
Sulfate-free • pH 4.5–5.5 • Biodegradable surfactants
6% Niacinamide
Silk Amino Acids + Allantoin
Sulfate-free • pH 4.5–5.5 • Biodegradable surfactants
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How to Use
AM / PM
REFINE
Massage an almond-sized amount over the face in gentle circular motions, avoiding the eye area. Allow the formula to work briefly as you cleanse.
RINSE
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat skin dry.
PROTECT
In the morning, follow with sunscreen as your final step.
The Formula
Cleansing as treatment
The Technology
Three depths of renewal
The Source
Born in the desert
The Ingredients
Silk, acids + 6% niacinamide
Why This Formula Matters
I.
MULTI-LEVEL EXFOLIATION
Lactic and Mandelic Acids refine surface texture while oil-soluble Salicylic Acid works within pores to help release buildup and congestion. Three acids, selected to deliver progressive renewal while maintaining skin comfort.
II.
SIX PERCENT NIACINAMIDE
A high-performance concentration that helps refine the appearance of enlarged pores, improve uneven-looking tone and balance excess oil while supporting the skin's moisture barrier.
III.
AMINO ACID CONDITIONING
Silk Amino Acids work with Allantoin and Panthenol to replenish moisture and comfort the skin as it is cleansed. An essential counterpoint to exfoliation that leaves the complexion supple rather than stripped.
IV.
BIO-ADAPTIVE BOTANICAL COMPLEX
Commiphora wildii, Rooibos, Honeybush, Aloe Ferox, Kigelia and Marula bring soothing, conditioning and antioxidant support to the formula, helping restore equilibrium to skin exposed to daily environmental stress.
Active Ingredients
COMMIPHORA WILDII
[ NAMIBIAN MYRRH · PURIFY + REBALANCE ]
A rare aromatic resin sustainably cultivated in Namibia's arid landscape. Commiphora wildii helps purify, rebalance and refine the appearance of skin while its warm, balsamic aroma transforms cleansing into ritual.
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TRI-ACID RESURFACING
III
6% NIACINAMIDE
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SILK AMINO ACID COMPLEX
KEY INGREDIENTS: NIACINAMIDE 6%: VISIBLY MINIMIZES ENLARGED PORES; IMPROVES UNEVEN SKIN TONE SILK AMINO ACIDS + ALLANTOIN: hydrate, provide anti-inflammatory benefits LACTIC + MANDELIC ACIDS (AHA’S): REDUCE ACNE, FINE LINES, AND WRINKLES SALICYLIC ACID (BHA): REDUCES ACNE BY EXFOLIATING PANTHENOL: HYDRATES ROOIBOS + HONEYBUSH LEAF: SOOTHE AND REDUCE REDNESS ALOE FEROX + KIGELIA FRUIT: FIRM & TONE MARULA: HELPS REPAIR & SOOTHE DRY SKIN AROMATHERAPY NOTES: HONEY EVERLASTING: HELPS REDUCE SCARRING COMMIPHORA (NAMIBIAN MYRRH): WARM, CITRUS, EARTHY NOTE RELAXING THE NERVOUS SYSTEM GERANIUM LEAF: SOOTHING AND BALANCING INCI LIST: Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lauryl Glucoside, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Glycerin, Silk Amino Acids, Lactic Acid, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Gluten, Hydroxyethyl cellulose, Allantoin, Mandelic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Leaf Extract, Commiphora wildii (Namibian Myrrh) Extract, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Cyclopia Intermedia (Honeybush) Leaf Extract, Kigelia Africana (Kigelia) Fruit Extract, Bulbine Frutescens (Bulbinella) Extract, Sclerocarya Birrea (Marula) Seed Oil, Helichrysum Patulum (Honey Everlasting) Flower Oil, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium) Flower Oil, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. Contains ethically and responsibly sourced ingredients. CAUTION: If using AHA or BHA for the first time, start with a small patch test before applying all over. For external use only. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. THIS INGREDIENT LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR PRODUCT PACKAGING FOR THE MOST ACCURATE INFORMATION.
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FAQ
An exfoliating gel cleanser that combines AHAs, BHA, and Niacinamide with Commiphora Wildii — an aromatic resin from a biodynamic shrub sustainably harvested in the Namibian desert. pH-balanced at 4.5–5.5, sulfate-free, and formulated with biodegradable plant-derived surfactants for a low-foam, non-stripping lather. It cleanses, exfoliates, and resets the skin in a single daily step. Not suitable for vegans due to Silk Amino Acids.
Commiphora Wildii — Namibian Myrrh — is an aromatic resin extracted from a biodynamic shrub ethically harvested in the Namibian desert. It has been used for centuries across southern Africa for its antibacterial, rejuvenating, and skin-balancing properties. In this formula it provides active purification and rebalancing at a biological level — not simply surface cleansing — while its warm, citrus, earthy aromatherapy note grounds and relaxes the nervous system during the cleansing ritual. Sustainably cultivated. Ethically sourced. Entirely irreplaceable in this formula.
It resets the skin comprehensively in a single step. Niacinamide at 6% minimizes pores and evens skin tone. Lactic and Mandelic Acids increase cell turnover, reduce fine lines, and address acne. Salicylic Acid penetrates pores to clear congestion and prevent blemishes. Silk Amino Acids and Panthenol hydrate and prevent trans-epidermal water loss. Rooibos, Honeybush, and Rose Geranium soothe inflammation and protect against environmental stress. Bulbinella cleanses impurities and reduces breakout-associated redness. Aloe Ferox and Kigelia firm, tone, and hydrate. The result: tighter pores, balanced oil production, fewer breakouts, and a visibly more even, radiant complexion — every day.
AHAs — Alpha Hydroxy Acids — are water-soluble and work on the skin's surface, dissolving the bonds between dead skin cells to reveal fresher skin underneath. Lactic Acid hydrates while exfoliating. Mandelic Acid is the gentlest AHA, making it suitable for acne-prone and sensitive skin. BHA — Beta Hydroxy Acid, specifically Salicylic Acid — is oil-soluble and penetrates inside the pore, dissolving the sebum and debris that cause congestion and breakouts. Used together, AHAs resurface the skin's surface while BHA purifies at the pore level simultaneously — covering every dimension of exfoliation in a single formula.
Niacinamide — Vitamin B3 — is one of the most well-researched active ingredients in skincare, with demonstrated efficacy at minimizing pore appearance, improving uneven skin tone, strengthening the barrier, and reducing inflammation. At 6% it delivers meaningful visible results — minimizing enlarged pores and improving discoloration — without the irritation that higher concentrations can cause, particularly when combined with the acid complex in this formula. It is the ingredient that makes this cleanser as much a treatment as it is a purifier.
Silk Amino Acids are small-chain proteins derived from silk that penetrate the skin's surface to deliver immediate hydration, anti-inflammatory benefits, and protection against trans-epidermal water loss. Their presence in this formula is the primary reason an acid-rich exfoliating cleanser can be used daily — they counterbalance the exfoliation by restoring and maintaining the skin's moisture content throughout the cleanse. Skin that would typically become dry or sensitized by regular acid use remains comfortable, hydrated, and resilient.
Morning or evening. Apply an almond-sized amount to damp skin and massage gently onto face, neck, and décolletage. The gel emulsifies on contact with water into a low-foam lather. Rinse thoroughly. In the morning, always follow with SPF as the last step — AHAs and BHA increase UV sensitivity. For drier skin types, use as a treatment cleanser up to twice a week rather than daily, alternating with a gentler cleanser.
Yes — and this is the recommended ritual for those wearing makeup or SPF. Begin with the Pure Marula Cleansing Oil on dry skin to dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and surface impurities. Follow with the Commiphora Face Cleanser on damp skin as the active second cleanse — the acid complex and Niacinamide then work on a completely clean canvas, maximizing their efficacy. The combination covers every function: oil dissolution, pore purification, exfoliation, and barrier support.
It is formulated to be gentle enough for daily use — but it contains AHAs, BHA, and 6% Niacinamide, which are active ingredients. Those with highly sensitized or compromised skin should introduce it gradually — beginning with use two to three times per week — and patch test before full application. For reactive skin that cannot tolerate acids, the Baobab Clay Oxygenating Cleanser is the more appropriate daily cleanser.
Yes — but with care. Both acids and retinoids increase cellular turnover and UV sensitivity. Using the Commiphora Face Cleanser in the morning and a retinol formula at night is a well-established routine. Avoid using both in the same step. Always apply SPF in the morning without exception when using either actives.
This formula contains Salicylic Acid (BHA) and AHAs. Topical Salicylic Acid at low concentrations in rinse-off formulas is generally considered low-risk, but guidance varies. As with any active skincare product, consult your physician before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
No. The formula contains Silk Amino Acids — an animal-derived ingredient — and is therefore not suitable for vegans. It is 100% cruelty-free, made with ethically and responsibly sourced ingredients.
Normal, combination, oily, acne-prone, and blemished skin. Particularly effective in warm and humid climates where congestion, excess sebum, and breakouts are more prevalent. For dry or mature skin, use as a treatment cleanser two to three times per week rather than daily.
With twice-daily use of an almond-sized amount, 100ml typically lasts two to three months.
The Silk Amino Acids used in Commiphora Face Cleanser are cruelty-free, as confirmed by our ingredient supplier. They are produced through the complete hydrolysis of pure silk fibers from the cocoon, yielding naturally occurring amino acids including glycine, alanine, serine and tyrosine. According to our supplier, no silkworms are harmed or involved in the processing of the ingredient itself.
Because the source material is silk, however, we do not classify Commiphora Face Cleanser as vegan. While the finished Silk Amino Acid ingredient contains no animal matter and is supplied to us as cruelty-free, we make this distinction so customers who follow a vegan lifestyle can make an informed choice.
Because the source material is silk, however, we do not classify Commiphora Face Cleanser as vegan. While the finished Silk Amino Acid ingredient contains no animal matter and is supplied to us as cruelty-free, we make this distinction so customers who follow a vegan lifestyle can make an informed choice.
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